Outdoor Field Forester: Planning & Compliance

Hirebridge; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Field Services in Philadelphia area is seeking a Forester to plan, schedule and audit vegetation management work in the field. This is a hands-on outdoor role requiring a company vehicle and safe, on-time execution of planned tasks.

Responsibilities include field assessments, creating trimming/removal plans, coordinating with utility stakeholders, updating GIS systems, and conducting post-work audits. A HS diploma is required; ISA certification is required for mid- to senior roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; higher degree preferred.
• 1–7 years of vegetation management or utility field work.
• ISA certification required for mid- to senior roles; TRAQ preferred.
• ISA certification eligible within 1–2 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field assessments and develop trimming/removal plans.
• Collaborate with utility stakeholders on prioritization.
• Update GIS/work management systems.
• Conduct post-work audits.
• Track discrepancies and trends.
• Interface and monitor crews.

Skills

Vegetation management

Field work

Stakeholder coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ISA Certification

TRAQ Certification

Job description

Atlas Field Services in Philadelphia area is seeking a Forester to plan, schedule and audit vegetation management work in the field. This is a hands-on outdoor role requiring a company vehicle and safe, on-time execution of planned tasks.

Responsibilities include field assessments, creating trimming/removal plans, coordinating with utility stakeholders, updating GIS systems, and conducting post-work audits. A HS diploma is required; ISA certification is required for mid- to senior roles.